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AUDIO MIXING#1
The process of combining multiple audio tracks into a final version, balancing levels, and applying effects for clarity.
LIVE SOUND ENGINEERING#2
The art of managing audio in real-time during live events, ensuring optimal sound quality for performers and audiences.
SIGNAL FLOW#3
The path audio signals take from source to output, crucial for understanding how to set up and troubleshoot audio systems.
MIXER#4
A device used to combine and adjust levels of multiple audio signals, essential for live sound management.
EQUALIZATION (EQ)#5
The adjustment of frequency levels in audio signals to enhance clarity and balance in sound.
FOH (FRONT OF HOUSE)#6
The area where the sound engineer operates during a live event, managing audio for the audience.
MONITORING#7
Providing audio feedback to performers through speakers or in-ear monitors, crucial for their performance.
SOUND CHECK#8
A pre-event process where audio equipment is tested and adjusted to ensure optimal sound quality.
DYNAMIC RANGE#9
The difference between the quietest and loudest parts of an audio signal, important for mixing decisions.
PHASE CANCELLATION#10
A phenomenon where two audio signals interfere, potentially reducing sound quality; understanding it helps avoid issues.
GAIN STRUCTURE#11
The management of levels throughout the audio signal path to avoid distortion and ensure clarity.
REVERB#12
An audio effect that simulates the natural echo of sound in a space, enhancing the audio experience.
FOH ENGINEER#13
The sound engineer responsible for mixing audio for the audience during live events.
LAVALIER MICROPHONE#14
A small microphone clipped to clothing, commonly used in live performances for unobtrusive audio capture.
DI BOX (DIRECT INJECTION BOX)#15
A device that connects instruments to a mixer, converting high-impedance signals to low-impedance for better sound.
SOUND DESIGN#16
The process of creating audio elements for live events, including music, effects, and ambiance.
AUDIO INTERFACE#17
A device that connects microphones and instruments to computers, enabling digital audio recording and mixing.
FREQUENCY RESPONSE#18
The range of frequencies an audio device can reproduce, important for sound quality assessment.
CROSSOVER#19
A device that splits audio signals into different frequency ranges for various speakers, optimizing sound output.
AMPLIFIER#20
An electronic device that increases the power of audio signals, essential for driving speakers in live sound.
SOUND REINFORCEMENT#21
The use of audio equipment to enhance sound levels for live performances, ensuring clarity and volume.
ACOUSTICS#22
The study of sound and its behavior in different environments, crucial for effective sound design.
POST-PRODUCTION#23
The phase after a live event where recordings are edited and mixed for final output, often used for review.
TEAM COORDINATION#24
The collaborative effort among sound engineers, performers, and technical staff to ensure a successful event.
SAFETY PROTOCOLS#25
Guidelines ensuring the safety of all participants during live events, covering equipment handling and emergency procedures.
TROUBLESHOOTING#26
The process of identifying and resolving audio issues that arise during live events, crucial for seamless performances.